Official Chapter

Rajasthan Foundation

Melbourne Chapter, Australia

Proudly serving the Rajasthani community across Australia

राजस्थान फाउंडेशन — मेलबर्न अध्याय

Connecting Non-Resident Rajasthanis in Melbourne with their heritage, culture, and the vibrant future of Rajasthan.

About the Foundation

A Bridge Between
Rajasthan & the World

The Rajasthan Foundation is a Government of Rajasthan initiative established in 2001 to connect Non-Resident Rajasthanis (NRRs) across the globe with their homeland. Through a network of chapters spanning five continents, the Foundation fosters cultural preservation, economic collaboration, and community welfare.

The Melbourne Chapter, officially established in 2025, serves as the premier platform for Rajasthanis in Victoria to stay connected, contribute to Rajasthan's development, and celebrate their shared heritage in Australia's cultural capital.

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Official Chapter — Government of Rajasthan

2001

Foundation
Established

26+

Chapters
Worldwide

2025

Melbourne
Established

What We Do

Our Objectives

Six pillars guiding the Melbourne Chapter's mission to serve the Rajasthani diaspora and strengthen ties between Australia and India.

Cultural Preservation

Celebrating Rajasthani art, music, dance, festivals, and traditions to keep our heritage alive across generations in Melbourne.

Diaspora Connection

Building a vibrant community network for Non-Resident Rajasthanis in Victoria to connect, collaborate, and support one another.

Economic Engagement

Facilitating trade, investment, and business opportunities between Rajasthan and Australia for mutual economic growth.

Youth Empowerment

Mentoring and inspiring the next generation of Rajasthani-Australians through education, leadership, and cultural immersion programs.

Social Welfare

Driving charitable initiatives and welfare programs that uplift communities both in Melbourne and back home in Rajasthan.

India-Australia Bridge

Strengthening bilateral relations through cultural diplomacy, academic exchanges, and people-to-people connections.

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Leadership

Our Founding Team

Passionate leaders from diverse fields, united by a shared love for Rajasthan and a vision for its diaspora in Melbourne.

Ravi Sharma

President

Entrepreneur, community leader & founding President of the Melbourne Chapter.

Dr. Ruchika Ojha

Vice President

RMIT University Research Fellow with expertise in academic research and community development.

Dr. Mahendra K. Goyal

Treasurer

Distinguished academic with four decades of community leadership across Australia and India.

Sury Prakash Soni

Secretary General

IT professional specialising in AI & Data Analytics. Multicultural Ambassador and community advocate.

Parth Sharma

Joint Secretary

Finance & defence professional with classical music training. Bridging tradition and modernity.

Women’s Wing · Newly Constituted

Constituted under the Rajasthan Foundation Commissioner’s March 2026 directive — placing the voice and leadership of Rajasthani women at the heart of our chapter’s work.

Smt. Chanchal Kumavat

President — Women’s Wing

Founder of Saathi Multicultural Association · Casey Woman of the Year 2025 · Past President of Rajasthan Kutumb of Victoria.

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Rajasthan Foundation

A Bridge Between
Rajasthan & the World